YONCON Digital Food Kitchen Scale

Introduction

This manual provides detailed instructions for the proper use and maintenance of your YONCON Digital Food Kitchen Scale. Please read this manual thoroughly before operating the device to ensure accurate measurements and prolonged product life.

Image: YONCON Digital Food Kitchen Scale with its stainless steel platform, LCD display, control buttons, two clear plastic trays, and two AAA batteries.

Package Contents

Verify that all items are present in the package:

• YONCON Digital Food Kitchen Scale
• Two (2) Clear Plastic Trays (can be used as containers or protective covers)
• Two (2) AAA Batteries
• User Manual (this document)

Setup

1. Battery Installation

1. Locate the battery compartment on the underside of the scale.
2. Open the battery compartment cover.
3. Insert the two (2) AAA batteries, ensuring correct polarity (+/-).
4. Close the battery compartment cover securely.

2. Initial Placement

Place the scale on a hard, flat, and stable surface to ensure accurate readings. Avoid placing it on soft or uneven surfaces.

Operating Instructions

1. Power On/Off

• To turn on: Press the ON/OFF button. The display will show "HELLO" and then "0.0g".
• To turn off: Press and hold the ON/OFF button for a few seconds until the display turns off. The scale also features an auto-off function after a period of inactivity to conserve battery life.

2. Unit Conversion

The scale supports multiple units of measurement. To change the unit:

• Press the UNIT (M) button to cycle through available units: grams (g), ounces (oz), pounds (lb), troy ounces (ozt), pennyweights (dwt), carats (ct), grains (gn), and milliliters (ml).
• The selected unit will be displayed on the LCD screen.

Image: The scale's display showing various unit options like g, tl, lb, oz, ct, dwt, ozt, ml, gn, and instructions for unit conversion.

3. Tare Function

The Tare function allows you to subtract the weight of a container, so you only measure the weight of its contents.

1. Place an empty container on the scale platform. The display will show the container's weight.
2. Press the TARE (T) button. The display will reset to "0.0g".
3. Add the items you wish to weigh into the container. The display will now show only the net weight of the items.

Image: A step-by-step visual guide demonstrating how to use the Tare function with a bowl on the scale.

4. PCS Function (Piece Counting)

The PCS function allows you to count small, uniform items.

1. Turn on the scale and ensure it is in weighing mode (e.g., grams).
2. Place a sample quantity of items (e.g., 25, 50, 75, or 100 pieces) on the platform.
3. Press and hold the PCS button until "PCS" appears on the display.
4. Press the UNIT (M) button to select the sample quantity (e.g., "25").
5. Press the PCS button again to confirm. The display will show the number of pieces.
6. You can now add more items, and the scale will count them based on the sample.
7. To exit PCS mode, press the UNIT (M) button.

Key Features

• High Precision: Equipped with a high-precision sensor, offering 0.1g accuracy for measurements from 0.5g up to 3000g.
• Compact Design: Mini pocket scale with dimensions of approximately 4.13" x 5" x 0.75", making it portable and easy to store.
• Multiple Units: Easily switch between 9 weighing units: g, oz, lb, tl, ozt, dwt, gn, ml, ct.
• Tare Function: Allows for zeroing out the weight of containers for net weight measurement.
• Durable Material: Features a stainless steel countertop for durability and easy cleaning.
• LCD Display: Backlit LCD display for clear readability in various lighting conditions.
• Versatile Use: Suitable for cooking, baking, weighing herbs, jewelry, and other small items.

Image: The scale being used for various purposes including weighing food, fruit, baking ingredients, and jewelry.

Video: Official YONCON video demonstrating the scale's 0.1g accuracy, 3000g capacity, nine unit options, tare function, and multi-scene applications for food weighing.

Care and Maintenance

• Cleaning: Wipe the scale platform and body with a soft, damp cloth. Do not immerse the scale in water or use abrasive cleaners. The stainless steel surface is easy to clean.
• Storage: Store the scale in a cool, dry place. The included trays can be used to protect the weighing platform when not in use.
• Battery Replacement: Replace batteries when the low battery indicator appears on the display.
• Handling: Handle the scale with care. Avoid dropping it or subjecting it to strong impacts, as this may affect its accuracy.

Image: A hand wiping the stainless steel platform of the scale with a soapy cloth, illustrating easy cleaning.

Troubleshooting

Specifications

Warranty and Support

The main parts of the YONCON Digital Food Kitchen Scale are guaranteed for one year from the date of purchase. In case of any malfunction or defect within this period, the product may be replaced with a new unit.

For any questions, concerns, or support needs, please contact YONCON customer service. Contact information can typically be found on the product packaging or the official YONCON website.